According to the player's agent, Erik ten Hag prevented Manchester United from signing Manchester City newbie Abdukodir Khusanov while he was in charge.

Abdukodir Khusanov has emerged as one of the biggest talents in Europe after his displays for Lens this season, with Manchester City winning the race to sign him - but he easily could have been plying

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is not keen on taking over Borussia Dortmund mid-season - and this is the correct decision. The Dutchman has been in attendance at the Signal Iduna Park on several occasions since his sacking by Man Utd in late October 2024.

Erik ten Hag blocked Manchester United’s deal for new Manchester City signing Abdukodir Khusanov, believing the Uzbekistan defender was ‘not quite ready’. Khusanov has signed a four-and-a-half year contract with Man City after completing a £33.

The former Man United boss has been touted as a possible successor for Nuri Sahin, who has left the Bundesliga giants.

Erik ten Hag could make a return to soccer three months after being fired by Manchester United. He might replace a former Liverpool midfielder in his next role.